Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Hemisphere vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Cessna Citation Longitude are best described as super‑midsize business jets, while the Dassault Falcon 2000S and Cessna Citation Hemisphere sit in the larger, long‑range/large‑cabin class. In range, the Longitude and Challenger 3500 are broadly similar in typical published figures, generally around the 3,400–3,600 nautical mile band depending on payload and conditions. The Falcon 2000S is usually marketed with a longer reach, roughly around the 4,000 nautical mile class, reflecting its larger-cabin, higher‑end mission set. The Citation Hemisphere is positioned above the Longitude as a longer‑range design, commonly cited in the ~4,500+ nautical mile category, intended for more nonstop city pairs. For passenger capacity, all four are typically configured for about 8–10 passengers in comfortable executive layouts. The Challenger 3500 and Longitude most often seat 8–9, while the Falcon 2000S commonly carries 8–10 with more cabin volume. Hemisphere concepts generally target 9–12 depending on layout, emphasizing longer legs with a true large‑cabin feel.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Hemisphere | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 6.34 | $ 5.23 | $ 6.63 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Hemisphere | Longitude | 2000S |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 4500 | 3500 | 3540 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.63 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 13 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | — | — | 18250 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 3,200 | $ 2,500 | $ 3,150 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Honeywell SmartView | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 504 | 481 | 490 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $35,000,000 | $29,965,000 | $ 26,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 13 | 12 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | 9.7 | 9.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | — | 25400 | 25300 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5000 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | Silvercrest | HTF7700L | PW308C |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 10000 | 7665 | 7000 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | — | 1478 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | — | 73.2 | 66.4 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | — | 68.9 | 70.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | — | 6.4 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | — | 6 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | — | 25.2 | 26.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | — | 19.4 | 23.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | — | 4.1 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | — | 16.5 | 17.1 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | — | 112 | 134 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 1024 |